Srinagar: Five drug peddlers were arrested by the police in Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir, with contraband substances seized from them, officials reported on Sunday. The police stated that their ongoing efforts to combat drug-related issues led to the arrests.
According to the statement, a police team from the Chandoosa Police Station, led by the SHO, set up a checkpoint at Thanda Kasi Chandoosa, where they intercepted a person. During the search, 56 grams of suspected Charas-like substances were found in his possession. The individual was identified as Mohd Shaban Maray from Dudbugh and was arrested.
In a similar operation, the Boniyar Police Station team, led by the SHO, established a checkpoint at Limber Boniyar and detained two people. A search revealed 88 grams of suspected Charas-like substances, and the two individuals were identified as Mehraj Ahmad of Limber and Shabir Ahmad Bakerwal of Babagail Limber, both of whom were arrested.
Additionally, a police team from the Babareshi Police Post set up a checkpoint at Babareshi Crossing and stopped two people. They were found with 85 grams of suspected Charas-like substances. The individuals were identified as Ishfaq Ahmad Magray and Dawood Ahmad Magray, both residents of Dudbugh, and were arrested as well.
Cases under the relevant sections of law have been filed at the Chandoosa, Boniyar, and Tangmarg Police Stations, and investigations are underway. The police urged the public to report any drug-related activities or other crimes by contacting the nearest police station or dialing 112, emphasizing their commitment to taking strong action against criminals.
